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An Art Deco Diamond watch
Estimate €10.000–17.000
252
Estimate €11.000–19.000
In platinum with an approximate fineness of 800/000.
Fully articulated construction forming circles and lozenges, set with rose-cut diamonds and 84 old brilliant-cut diamonds with a total approximate weight of 8.00ct.
Possibly French, 1920s/1930s.
(signs of wear, one small diamond missing)
L.: 17.5 cm
23.6 g
The quality of execution of this Art Deco platinum bracelet is extraordinary. Fully articulated, it has the suppleness of a piece of fabric; a characteristic of the finest jewellery.
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